New

Counsel - Corporate and Finance

CenterPoint Energy
paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Houston
Jul 29, 2026
CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people. Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce. At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve. Job Summary The CenterPoint Energy legal department is looking for acorporateattorney with2to5years of experience with a background withbroadcorporate background inmergers, acquisitions,financingand strategic transactions. Essential Functions Primarilyprovidelegal advice on and support for: Strategic corporate and mergers and acquisitions mattersandtransactions Public and private debt and equity offerings, commercial paper, credit agreements, letters of credit and other corporate treasury matters Hedging and derivatives matters Essential Functions Continued Alsoprovidelegal advice on and support forsecurities laws and public company disclosure matters related to the above, including supporting the review of Exchange Act filings Demonstrating an ability to collaborate across functional groups in the company outside of the legal departmentand in particular the company's Treasury and Strategic Transactions groups Influencing and providingtimelyand effective legal and business advice and support at all organizational levels on complex transactions Participating in mandatory emergency operations plan procedures Education Description Bachelor's degreeand a J.D. (Doctor of Jurisprudence) degreerequiredfrom an accredited law school. Experience 2-5 years of corporate experienceat alargelaw firmand/or as in-house counsel. Must beeligibleto practiceinat least one state in the United States, preferablyTexas. Experiencewith matters relating tomergers and acquisitions,securities, finance and credit agreements, capital markets, strategic transactions. Experience Continued Experiencewithfinancialreporting, corporategovernanceand complex commercial transactionsis a plus. Experience inenergy and utilities, including electric generation, transmission anddistribution, and natural gasdistributionis a plus. We want you to know Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together. What we bring to you Competitive pay Paid training Benefits eligibility begins on your first day Transit subsidies Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution Job Type:Full Time Posting Start Date: 07/28/2026 Posting End Date: 08/11/2026 This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR * 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. #LI-CNP